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Destinations
Why cyclists are heading to Girona, Spain
I didn’t think physics and the laws of gravity allowed this, but it is possible to go 3 mph — slower than a motivated pedestrian — on a bicycle without falling…
— Washington Post
Circling Sicily on Its Regional Trains
A Dutch photographer, documenting the culture of regional train travel, managed to get around the Italian island for less than $100. Here's what she…
— New York Times
Getting around Egypt by Nile cruise, train or taxi
From Nile cruises to overnight trains, here's our guide to the best ways to get around…
— Lonely Planet
Tours and Activities
10 Top-Rated Churches In Rome Worth Visiting
Rome's top-rated churches also happen to be some of the most beautiful and historic in the Eternal City, starting with these.…
— The Travel
Scuba Diving And Travel: The Best Places To Dive And How To Get Certified On Vacation
Learning to dive while on vacation has been a bucket list activity for many travelers. And for those already certified, there are amazing spots around the world just waiting to be explored.…
— Forbes
Cruise
Why Brazil's Amazon Manaus Is So Popular With Tourists
Manaus is popular for being the gateway into the heart of the mighty Amazon Rainforest. Manaus is one of the best places to experience a memorable Amazon River…
— The Travel
Kelly Clarkson Wants to Send Your Favorite Teacher on a Free Cruise
Kelly Clarkson chats about her partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line, traveling, and her passion for helping…
— Travel+Leisure
Transportation
The 23 Most Dangerous Airports In The World And Why You Must Experience Them
I found myself gripping the armrest as my plane attempted a landing in Africa on a remote sandy airstrip, the landing was called off and we needed to circle around several times in order to scare off several resilient giraffes…
— Forbes
British airport disruption ominous for global travel recovery
Cancelled flights, long queues and staff shortages have disrupted the travel plans of British holidaymakers during the half-term break, a grim sign of possible summer strife for a global sector battling to rebound from a two-year COVID…
— Reuters
Travel: 'We don't have enough pilots,' analyst explains amid cancellation mayhem
Americans planning to fly this summer to a vacation spot of choice should prepare for annoying delays and cancellations as the airline industry grapples with severe staffing…
— Yahoo Finance
Lodging
How Reviewing My Hotel Bill Before Checkout Saved Me $120
Hotel costs can add up quickly no matter what destination you're visiting. If you plan to stay several nights during your travels, you'll want to make sure you include plenty of money in your vacation budget…
— NASDAQ
At These New Five-Star European Hotels, History Is Everything
A new crop of European hotels, like La Palma and Passalacqua, embrace Old-Hollywood visions of European…
— Vogue
Other and Odd
Traveling with teens? Here are 10 tips and trip ideas to improve your next vacation
The teenage years are tricky when it comes to travel. To avoid the disapproving eye rolls, consider these 10 tips and trip options that are likely…
— 10 Best
All the time in the world: TPG's 8 best retirement trips
Cruises of two months or more are selling swiftly, so much so that there are cruise lines doing world cruises for the first time.…
— The Points Guy
Today in History
CNN Launches
On this day in 1980, the Cable News Network, CNN, launched at 5:00 PM EST.…
— Travel Research Online
Press Releases of Interest
Canva Templates for Travel Professionals Produced by TRO and Voyager Websites Week of 5.30.22
Use these Canva Templates to market your travel agency on social…
— Travel Research Online
Point-to-Point
A Peek Into The Governors Suite at St. Regis Amman
by Mo Noubani
Wednesday June 01, 2022
The St. Regis A mman brings the sophistication of the St. Regis brand to the capital city of Jordan through bespoke service, eloquent units, and established rituals designed with sensory details in mind. The 258 hotel rooms, suites, and residences offer comfortable accommodations with refined decor. All units come with the infamous St. Regis butler service.
One of the top-selling suites for leisure and business travelers is the Governors suite. It is sized at 1469 sq feet and offers two marble bathrooms, a living room, dining room (or converted meeting room - board room style) a fully equipped kitchen, contemporary fixtures, and high-end amenities. The unit sleeps 1 to 2 people and is the perfect base when visiting Amman. The hotel is located by the 5th circle,…
— Travel Research Online
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